Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
asperuloides
ID:
220385

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 6: 11 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219714

Common Names

  • Anthospermum asperuloides
  • Asperuloides Anthospermum
  • Anthospermum

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Synonyms

  • Anthospermum cameroonense Hutch. & Dalziel [valid]

Description

Anthospermum asperuloides (also called Wild Anthospermum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anthospermum asperuloides is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge plant, and as a source of fuel and oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthospermum asperuloides is white and has 5 petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthospermum asperuloides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require full sun and warm temperatures to ensure successful growth.

Where to Find Anthospermum asperuloides

Anthospermum asperuloides is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the country.

Anthospermum asperuloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthospermum asperuloides?

Anthospermum asperuloides

What is the common name of Anthospermum asperuloides?

Asperuloides

What is the natural habitat of Anthospermum asperuloides?

It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Species in the Anthospermum genus

Anthospermum aethiopicum, Anthospermum ammannioides, Anthospermum asperuloides, Anthospermum basuticum, Anthospermum bergianum, Anthospermum bicorne, Anthospermum comptonii, Anthospermum dregei, Anthospermum emirnense, Anthospermum ericifolium, Anthospermum esterhuysenianum, Anthospermum galioides, Anthospermum galpinii, Anthospermum herbaceum, Anthospermum hirtum, Anthospermum hispidulum, Anthospermum ibityense, Anthospermum isaloense, Anthospermum littoreum, Anthospermum longisepalum, Anthospermum madagascariense, Anthospermum monticola, Anthospermum pachyrrhizum, Anthospermum palustre, Anthospermum paniculatum, Anthospermum perrieri, Anthospermum prostratum, Anthospermum rigidum, Anthospermum rosmarinus, Anthospermum spathulatum, Anthospermum streyi, Anthospermum ternatum, Anthospermum thymoides, Anthospermum usambarense, Anthospermum vallicola, Anthospermum villosicarpum, Anthospermum welwitschii, Anthospermum whyteanum, Anthospermum zimbabwense, Anthospermum ammanioides,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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